Top 10 Most Instagrammable Places for Outsiders

This year, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, Florida is saying, “Outsiders Welcome.” If you don’t want a vacation like everyone else, if you like to take adventures off the beaten path, then you’re an Outsider, and you are welcome. While you’re exploring the incredible outdoor adventures of Florida’s Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast, where we believe Our Best Side is Outside, you’ll want to grab as many pics as possible to remember your visit for a lifetime. Whether you’re a wannabe Instagram influencer, or just posting for friends and family, we hope you’ll check out the best places to snap a pic and post. These are the top 10 most Instagrammable Places for Outsiders.

1. The Cabanas at Perch 360 – Located on the roof of The Wyvern Hotel, Perch 360 is an open-air restaurant and bar boasting beautiful views of downtown Punta Gorda and the picturesque Charlotte Harbor. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and a tapas style meal while watching the sun sink below the horizon. Snap and post a pic to make all your followers jealous…and hungry.

2. Blue Crabs at Peace River Seafood – Housed in a traditional Old Florida Cracker Shack, Peace River Seafood Restaurant & Market is an unassuming eatery that is a legend and a favorite among those in the know. With plenty of outdoor seating, this is an Outsiders dining dream come true. Peace River Seafood’s menu offerings change frequently, at the will of the sea, but they are most well-known for their Florida Blue Crabs.

3. The Solar Panels at the Sustainable City of Babcock Ranch – Home to the largest solar-plus-storage system in the U.S.A., Babcock Ranch is a must-see for those who love protecting the outdoors. The solar trees are a great photo op and are an innovative combination of technology, functionality, and art.

4. Explore the Mangrove Tunnels of Charlotte Harbor – As Florida’s second-largest marine estuary, the Charlotte Harbor offers visitors over 200 miles of mapped out aquatic pathways perfect for exploration on a stand-up paddleboard or kayak rental from Hooked On SUP. Post some pics with a paddle in hand for easy sailing…or floating.

5. Sift Through the Sand for Fossilized Shark Teeth – The Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach area has some of the most natural and pristine beaches in all of Florida, and the sand is dotted with fossilized shark teeth that are millions of years old. The perfect souvenir to bring home to your friends and family, and a great way for your pics to score some easy likes.

6. Put a Shell on a Stump Pass Shell Tree – Stump Pass Beach State Park is a place where locals and visitors alike can dip their toes in the sand, splash in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy a beautiful stretch of undeveloped Florida coastline. Scattered throughout the park, you can easily spot the famous Stump Pass Shell Trees. Legend has it that if beach-goers place shells on the tree to make a wish, it will come true. Grab some shells, take some pics, and fulfill your dreams.

7. Island Hop with Your Own Personal Motorized Catamaran – Experience Old Florida by sea with a Riding The Waves aquatic eco-tour. Perched atop a personal motorized catamaran, guests can experience the unparalleled beauty and wonder of Florida’s Gulf Coast as they navigate the pristine waters surrounding the Lemon Bay Aquatic Preserve. The ideal mix of eco-adventure and thrill ride, perfect for you Outsiders.

8. Catch a Dazzling Sunset – There are many perfect opportunities to catch a dazzling sunset in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. From one of the area beaches, private islands, or aboard a sunset cruise with King Fisher Fleet setting sail from Fishermen’s Village, there is no wrong way to watch the bright, golden sun dip below the Gulf of Mexico and capture that perfect vacation pic.

9. Get Lost in Nature at Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens – Surrounded by colorful flowers and greenery, Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens is an outdoor oasis that provides one of the best places for Outsiders to relax, unwind and become fully immersed in nature. With a wide variety of sculptures and plants to see, it’s almost impossible to take a bad picture in this garden.

10. Marvel at Old Florida Wildlife – Florida is well-known for its marine life, but for a more unique Old Florida experience, take a wildlife adventure with Babcock Ranch Eco Tours. A refurbished school bus takes visitors through the working Babcock Ranch surrounded by indigenous wildlife, Florida cracker cattle, citrus groves, prairies and improved pastures. Post your pics as you get up close and personal (safely) with alligators, the resident Florida panther, snakes and more.

No matter what you do on your Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach vacation, you’ll have a blast exploring the outdoor wonders we have to offer. See why we believe Our Best Side is Outside and from everyone here, we say, “Outsiders Welcome.”

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About the Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast

Florida's premier year-round eco-tourism destination, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, The Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast, is known for its pristine, unspoiled beauty. The area has hosted seven major feature films, been featured on SAIL magazine's list of the "10 Greatest Places to Sail in the United States," ranked by Golf Digest as the "Third Best Place to Live and Play Golf in America," and rated by MONEY magazine as one of the "Best Places to Live in the South." For information about area events, activities and attractions, contact the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor and Convention Bureau, 1700 Tamiami Trail, Suite G-2, Port Charlotte, FL; call 941-743-1900 for a free Visitor's Guide; or visit the Web site at PureFlorida.com.